SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
Test on sections 1 and 2 (PERSONALITY AND ATTITUDES)
1
When talking of personalities, what is the trait perspective and what
drawbacks are associated with it? 4
2
Explain Eysenck’s personality types and discuss how different sportspeople
might be placed and why? 4
3
Explain psychodynamic theory relating examples to sport. 4
4
Explain Interactionist theory of personality. 4
5
What influences can affect a young person’ attitude toward sport? 3
6
Using theological theories explain how a teacher of PE could change a
negative attitude a student has towards dance lessons. 3
7
What strategies could you use to encourage all performers in your group to
have a high motive to succeed? 4
8
As a teacher or coach, how would you change the approach of a student who
has a low need to achieve in sport? 4